Pune: 18 Women Cadets Among 353 Graduates at NDA’s 150th Passing Out Parade
Pune, 30th May 2026: Training of the 150th Course culminated with the Passing Out Parade held on the morning of 30 May 26 at the iconic Khetarpal Parade Ground. Displaying exceptional precision and discipline, the Cadets marched past the Quarterdeck with immaculate bearing, evoking immense pride and admiration amongst the spectators.
The event was attended by a diverse and enthusiastic gathering that included proud parents, distinguished dignitaries, school children, civilians and serving as well as retired personnel from the Defence Forces.
Gen Upendra Dwivedi, PVSM, AVSM, Chief of the Army Staff was the Reviewing Officer for the Passing Out Parade, Spring Term- 2026. The parade was conducted by Lt Col Avinash Pandey, SM, Adjutant, astride his charger ‘Reliant Robin’. The parade was commanded by Academy Cadet Captain (ACC) Mayank Choudhary of Lima Squadron.
A total of 353 Cadets, including 18 Female Cadets & 24 Cadets from 12 Friendly Foreign Countries marched shoulder to shoulder crossing the Antim Pag to the tunes of Auld Lang Syne. With their successful graduation, these Cadets will join their respective PCTAs/ Services as NDA alumni, marking a transformative milestone in the Academy’s legacy and reinforcing its commitment to excellence, inclusivity and nation- building.
The Reviewing Officer presented the President’s Gold, Silver and Bronze Medal to the first, second and third in the overall order of merit, respectively.
Fly past by Sukhoi- 30 fighter aircraft marked the culmination of the event.
